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How RFID Can Be Hacked and What You Can Do to Stay Safe

Hackers using RFID scanners can theoretically steal money via your phone's tap-to-pay app. Here's how to prevent RFID hacking.

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Online Security Guide: 100+ Tips to Stay Safe Against Malware and Scams

Here are all our best articles on how to stay secure while browsing the web, using your computer, using your phone, and more!

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What Is My Phone's IMEI? Here's What You Need to Know

You might have heard the acronym “IMEI” and know it relates to the identity of your phone, but what exactly is it for?

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How to Switch Google Authenticator to a New Phone

Here's how to switch Google Authenticator to new phone and the best alternatives to avoid this tedious process.

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Avoid GetJar! Thousands of Free Mobile Apps With the Risk of Malware

GetJar offers free Android apps, but should you use this alternative app store? Here's how to use GetJar, and a few concerns.

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How Android Accessibility Services Can Be Used to Hack Your Phone

Various security vulnerabilities have been found in Android's Accessibility suite. But what is this software even used for?

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Can TSA Take Your Phone? Everything You Need to Know

Can the TSA search your phone at airport security? Yes, but here's why the CBP are more likely to scan your phone than the TSA.

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What Is Stalkerware and How Does It Affect Android Phones?

Tracking malware called stalkerware can be secretly installed on your phone. Here's what you need to look for and avoid.

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How to Block Popup Ads on Android

Seeing annoying popups on your phone? Here's how to stop popup ads on your Android phone browser, apps, and notification shade.

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The Best Phone and Text Pranks: 7 iPhone Pranks to Mess With Someone

Looking to have some fun with friends who own an iPhone? Check out these iPhone pranks to mess with your pals.

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The Dangers of iPhone Spyware

Spying on an iPhone? Reckon spyware is installed on your iPhone? Here's what you need to know about spyware and jailbreak.

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What Is "Find My" App in iOS 13? Everything You Need to Know

Learn how to use the Find My app in iOS 13 and make the most of its awesome features.

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How an iPhone Vulnerability Allowed Websites to Hack iOS Devices

iPhones have been hacked by websites distributing automated malware attach chains. Find out how to fix a hacked iPhone.

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3 Android Motion Sensor Security Risks and How to Stay Safe

The motion sensors in your smartphone can compromise your security in several ways. Here's how to protect yourself.

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Do You Need Antivirus Apps on Android? What About iPhone?

Does Android need antivirus apps? What about your iPhone? Here's why smartphone security apps are important.

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How to Lock and Unlock Your Apple Watch

Do you know how to lock and unlock your Apple Watch? Here's a quick tutorial on this basic but essential security feature.

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How Media File Jacking Impacts WhatsApp and Telegram on Android

Think your Telegram and WhatsApp messages are secure on Android? Think again! Learn about the risks of media file jacking.

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3 Apple Watch Security Tips: Everything You Need to Know

Do you know about your Apple Watch's security features? Here's how to lock an Apple Watch, erase your Apple Watch, and more.

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How to Spot and Remove Agent Smith Malware on Android

The Agent Smith malware is infecting Android devices across India and Asia and is now spreading to the west.

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Here's How to Report Spam Text Messages

If you receive unwanted SMS messages, here's how to report spam texts and fight back against texting spam.

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